Rustin Johnson
“It’s pretty much my ideal job, took me a long time to find it though,” explains Rustin Johnson, a first year power line technician operator apprentice. At age 31 Rustin has experienced many different types of trades from carpentry to general construction and millwrighting, but none seemed to stick with him as much as power line construction.
“We get to ride around in the bush on four-wheelers, ATVs and I get to travel,” says Rustin, adding that as an outdoors person he enjoys the opportunity to work in the fresh air and sunlight. While most would shy away from climbing 100-foot hydro poles, Rustin laughs it off saying, “It’s just like climbing trees.”
While all the work is regulated and safety is at the utmost priority, Rustin stresses the importance of communication among workers. “Everyone has to keep on their toes and talk to each other. You have to know your partner and what you’re doing.”
